Social Behavior / Wants and Needs

Financial well-being means...

• being unhappy with the amount of money you have.

• being happy with the amount of money you have.

• not caring about what you buy.

• not caring what other people buy you.

Elizabeth has a $25 budget to spend at the store. Which items should she buy first before she buys anything else?

• soda, bottled water, grapes

• bread, candy, chips

• milk, ice cream, pasta

• eggs, oranges, soup

Which of the following items best describe a WANT for someone going on a trip to the beach? PICK 2

• sunscreen

• selfie stick

• beach towel

• beach ball

Which of the following reasons best describe why you NEED a new book?

• There's a movie version of the book coming out.

• Your friend told you that you should read the book.

• Your English teacher is requiring you to read the book.

• Many people at school have recommended it.

It's recommended that you spend your money on ________ last.

• needs

• wants

• debt

• budget

Which of the following best describes a WANT for school supplies?

• new pencils

• new notebooks

• new markers

If you asked for a new bike, which of the following reasons would you tell your parents that it's a NEED?

• You need it so you can go to your friends house whenever you want.

• You need it because your friend just got a new bike and you want to be like them.

• You need it so you can get fresh air and exercise during the summer.

• You need it because the one that you have now isn't as nice looking anymore.

What might be some good reasons that a computer is a need and not a want? (Pick 2)

• To check Facebook

• To do work for a job

• To do homework

• To play games on the internet

• To watch Netflix

Which one of these items is a want and why?

• hand soap: you want clean hands

• carrots: you want nutrients in your diet

• cake: you want a dessert every now and then

• apartment: you want a place to live

Which one of these items is a need and why?

• DVD's: to entertain you when you get bored

• a pool: to keep you cool and so you can relax

• a million dollars: so you can be rich and possibly famous

• a doctor: to provide medical help when needed